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Re:A guide to difficult conversations by ben509 on Tuesday March 26, 2019 @12:44PM (#19493495)
I've sort of used NVC, but I put a lampshade on it:

"Look, fuckery abounds, and it's not time to pass judgement because I'm not ready to be hung, drawn and quartered myself. So for now, let's deal with the facts and only the facts: ..."

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Re:A guide to difficult conversations by andyidsinga on Tuesday March 26, 2019 @01:31PM (#19494065)
this a great response to so many situations. avoiding sugar coating turds and fubaridness is key to being a good boss. Acknowledge the fubar situation - let the team chime in - then get back to facts and actions.
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